SALT ROASTED SHRIMP

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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 33m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 pounds rock salt
1 pound jumbo shrimp (20 to 24 shrimp per pound), with heads on

Steps:

  • Divide salt evenly among 2 (9 by 13-inch) metal pans divide salt evenly. Heat your oven to 400 degrees F and put the pans of salt into the oven to heat. When the oven reaches 400 degrees F, allow the salt to continue heating for another 15 minutes. After 15 minutes have passed, put the shrimp on top of the salt in 1 of the pans. Then cover with all of the salt in the second pan. The shrimp should be evenly and completely covered. Roast for 8 minutes. Remove from oven and check 1 shrimp for doneness. The shrimp should be opaque and white and pink in color. If not done, return to oven for 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Cynthia marler
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Yum!


Macos 256
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5/5 stars!


Azlan Khan
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This is my new favorite shrimp recipe!


Henok Younas
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I'll definitely be making this again.


Mulki Maanka
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Delicious!


Dilrukshi Perera
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This recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp turned out great! I especially liked the crispy texture of the shrimp.


Sivajini Keethakaran
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the flavor was still good. I think I'll try cooking them for a shorter amount of time next time.


MdSaifulIslam Saiful
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise it was very good. I think I'll try it again with less salt next time.


Treye Winthrop
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I actually really enjoyed this recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the salt roasting method gave them a unique flavor.


Oketcho Silvester
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5 stars! This dish was a hit with my family. The shrimp were juicy and flavorful, and the salt roasting method gave them a nice crispy texture.


Happy Ellias
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This recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp turned out amazing! I served them with roasted vegetables and a side of rice.


Jaziyra Morgan
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Absolutely delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and had a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.